Bus from Philadelphia, NY to Albany, NY: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Albany on 10 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
New York TrailwaysBus
Philadelphia (Stewarts)
Albany TerminalNo tags
New York TrailwaysBus
Philadelphia (Stewarts)
1400 Washington Ave.No tags
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
Philadelphia (Stewarts)
ALB AirportNo tags
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
Philadelphia (Stewarts)
Albany TerminalNo tags
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
Philadelphia (Stewarts)
1400 Washington Ave.No tags

Get from Philadelphia to Albany

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 577, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
8h 32mAverage duration
232 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, NY to Albany, NY by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Albany?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Albany start at R 1 577. The average price for this route is around R 1 612. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Albany?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Albany is 8h 32m, covering a distance of 232 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 30m and is operated by New York Trailways.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Albany route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Albany?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Albany at 07:15. And the latest bus departs at 08:18.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Albany?

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Albany produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Albany?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1129 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Albany?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Albany?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Albany?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, NY to Albany, NY was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 447

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, NY to Albany, NY as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 447 to R 1 481 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, NY to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 447, which is on 2025-12-14.

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